See a doctor online in Johnstown today
You'll find Johnstown in Co. Kilkenny, part of Ireland's Leinster province.
Whether you are in Johnstown or elsewhere in Co. Kilkenny — Kilkenny City included — you can book the same online GP service.
An in-person GP appointment in Johnstown isn't always quick to get. With an online consultation you can speak to a doctor from home or work, have prescriptions sent to your local pharmacy and get a sick cert where clinically appropriate.
For people in rural areas around Johnstown, an online doctor can save a long drive — especially when the nearest surgery is busy or closed.
Online prescriptions in Johnstown: what to expect
You cannot simply order a prescription online — a doctor has to assess you first. With DrCall you book a short video or phone consultation from Johnstown, discuss the medication and your health with an Irish-registered GP, and, where the doctor considers it safe and appropriate, a prescription is issued.
Some medicines cannot be prescribed through DrCall at all: benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants are never prescribed.
- Sent electronically to the pharmacy you choose, where appropriate
- Repeat medication reviewed by an Irish-registered GP
- Benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants are not prescribed
- From €35, charged only once confirmed
- Doctor assessment first — no “order and pay” prescriptions
Online GP consultation in Johnstown: what we can help with
- Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
- Referral letters to specialists and for scans, where clinically appropriate
- Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
- Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
- Sick certificates and medical certificates for work or college, where clinically appropriate
Need something specific? Read our guides to getting a sick cert online and online prescriptions in Ireland.
Need an in-person doctor out of hours near Johnstown?
Many people searching for a “doctor on call” want a GP who can see them in person tonight. DrCall is an online service, so we can’t visit you at home — but if your problem suits a video or phone consultation we are open every day. For urgent in-person care when surgeries are closed in Co. Kilkenny:
Details last checked 4 October 2026. Phone numbers can change, so confirm on the service’s own website. In an emergency call 112 or 999.
How to book an online doctor in Johnstown
- Choose a timeSee the live times on the booking page and take the one that suits you — slots are 15 minutes and start 30 minutes from now.
- Tell us what’s wrongAdd your contact details, your usual pharmacy and a few words on why you want to see a doctor.
- Authorise your cardWe place a hold on your card. You are not charged until a GP has confirmed your appointment.
- See your doctorAt the booked time your Irish-registered GP contacts you by phone or video — at home in Johnstown or wherever you are.
Online doctor near Johnstown: evenings and weekends
There is no need to take time off to visit a surgery. Book an evening or weekend online GP appointment from Johnstown and speak to an Irish-registered doctor when it suits you.
Serving Johnstown and nearby towns
DrCall is available right across Co. Kilkenny. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:
- Online prescription in Callan
- Online prescription in Kells
- Online prescription in Kilkenny City
- Online prescription in Thomastown
- Online prescription in Goresbridge
- Online prescription in Paulstown
- Online prescription in Ballyragget
- Online prescription in Mooncoin
- Online prescription in Urlingford
- Online prescription in Ballyhale
- Online prescription in Windgap
- Online prescription in Castlecomer
- Online prescription in Piltown
- Online prescription in Tullaroan
- All of Co. Kilkenny →
More ways to find a doctor in Johnstown
It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:
- Online doctor in Johnstown
- Online GP in Johnstown
- Online Dr in Johnstown
- Video GP in Johnstown
- Same-day doctor in Johnstown
- Online sick cert in Johnstown
We also see patients in neighbouring counties:
- Online prescription in Co. Laois
- Online prescription in Co. Carlow
- Online prescription in Co. Wexford
- Online prescription in Co. Waterford
- Online prescription in Co. Tipperary
Frequently asked questions
How much does an online GP consultation in Johnstown cost?
A DrCall online consultation starts from €35. That covers your consultation, including a sick cert, repeat prescription or referral where clinically appropriate. Your card is only authorised when you book and is charged once a GP confirms your appointment.
Which pharmacy will my online prescription go to?
The one you choose when you book — for example, a pharmacy near Johnstown. If a prescription is issued, it is sent electronically to that pharmacy.
Can I get any medicine through an online prescription?
No. Your doctor decides what is safe and appropriate after speaking to you. Benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants cannot be prescribed through DrCall.
When can I book an online doctor?
Appointments are available seven days a week, including evenings and weekends, in 15-minute slots. The booking page shows the live, bookable times.
What happens after I book an appointment?
Your request goes to our team, who confirm it or suggest another time. Your card is only authorised at booking and is charged once your GP confirms. You will get an email at each step.
What if I need a doctor in person in Johnstown tonight?
DrCall is an online service, so we cannot send a doctor to your door. For urgent in-person care when surgeries are closed in Co. Kilkenny, contact Caredoc on 0818 300 365 — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. You can also find your nearest out-of-hours GP or emergency department on the HSE website. In an emergency call 112 or 999. If your concern suits a video or phone consultation, you can book DrCall any day.
What should I have ready for my online consultation?
Find a quiet, private place with a good signal, keep your phone charged, and have your medication names and any recent readings to hand. Your doctor will call you at the time you booked.
Who can see my consultation details?
Your details are used to provide your care and are handled in line with GDPR. Consultations are confidential, exactly as they would be in a surgery.